How to Film Interviews (6 Easy Steps)
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- Опубликовано: 26 июн 2024
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00:00 Intro
01:00 Finding the Frame
03:17 Exposure & Settings
04:37 Key Light
07:35 Hair Light
09:33 Bounce / Fill Light
10:51 Audio
12:38 Filming the Interview
17:00 Final Thoughts
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Anybody else notice the smoothest transition ever at 1:52 🔥🔥🔥
This is the type of video where you sit down, grab paper, a pen and apply everything it teaches over the weekend.
Hahahahahahaha you for here, cousin!
@@alejandrotalaveron3563 love u mate
Jesus Christ... I've learned more in the first 10 minutes of this video than the last 10 videos I've watched. Incredible job, guys!
Summary
Learn how to film interviews in 6 easy steps, including finding the right frame, setting the exposure, placing key, hair, and fill lights, and ensuring good audio quality.
Highlights
🎥 Step 1: Find the perfect frame for your interview by considering composition and lighting.
🌞 Step 2: Adjust the exposure to match the lighting conditions in your chosen frame.
💡 Step 3: Place the key light on the side of the subject’s face where the windows are to create a motivated light source.
💇♀ Step 4: Set up a hair light to add separation and highlight the subject’s hair.
🌬 Step 5: Use bounce lighting or negative fill to fill in shadows and create a more even lighting across the subject’s face.
🎙 Step 6: Ensure good audio quality by positioning the microphone close to the subject’s mouth, about 6 to 12 inches away.
Key Insights
🖼 Choosing the right frame is crucial for creating visually appealing interviews. Consider composition, lighting, and background elements to find the best frame for your subject.
⚙ Adjusting the exposure is essential to ensure that the subject is properly lit and that the background is not blown out. Use zebras and test shots to find the right exposure settings.
🔦 The key light should be placed on the side of the subject’s face where the windows are to create a motivated light source. This creates a natural and flattering lighting effect.
💇♀ The hair light adds separation and highlights the subject’s hair, creating depth and dimension in the shot. Position it on the opposite side of the key light for a balanced look.
🌬 Bounce lighting or negative fill can help fill in shadows and create a more even lighting across the subject’s face. Experiment with different reflectors or bounce boards to achieve the desired effect.
🎙 Good audio is crucial for interviews. Position the microphone close to the subject’s mouth to capture clear and crisp audio. Use a boom pole or microphone stand for stability.
📹 Using multiple camera angles adds visual interest and allows for seamless cuts in the editing process. Position the second camera at a different angle to capture different perspectives and cutaway shots.
Corporate is more my thing than weddings, but this is incredibly helpful. Thank you.
thanks for watching!
Sat on my stairs to complete this. This is priceless and I have learned
Thank you for putting this together! This is probably the BEST if not the ONLY video that we've found that goes into so much detail on the flow setup! Everything looked amazing! Thank you for the information!
I really love watching this kind of videos... so specific in so many things that I can learn, thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!
Really great vid! So smooth and calming at the same time
Looks great!
Pure gold 🤩🤩🤩 thanks for sharing your experience 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Great tutorial. Appreciated the amount of detail and your structured process.
love this vid great work!
Great video! thanks for sharing.
I love learning so much information in just a few minutes ! Its always nice starting the day learning something new. Thank you guys !
Thank YOU!
Glad to hear it helped out! :)
非常棒的室内拍摄教学！感谢！
LOVED THIS VIDEO SO MUCH! So practical and super informative! 🧡🧡🧡
You two are adorable ❤thank you for the great video. I need it for 2 days times
I really really really LOVE this kind of videos. You guys are AWESOME thanks for share your knowledge with us! 🙏🙏
Lots more coming! :)
Awesome. More videos like this!🎉❤
Also, great insightful video as usual. Thanks for the tips in lightning guys, much appreciated.
Appreciate you 🎉
so much value. thanks.
Wow! Thank you so much for this video! I am going to film my first interview this week. The timing is incredible!
Good luck!
i took notes and all! this is perf
love it!
The bromance 😂 - Def taking notes 📝
You make it look so easy! Super informative. Great inspiration 👍🏼
Love it man! Been a fan since FTF and Im filming an interview tomorrow so this was great! You guys rock!
Btw was that JMonty on the track??
Truly love the teaching aspect. Business 101 going on here.
not only terrifically helpful for technical stuff, but entertaining, wholesome and just awash with positive masculinity. Best thing ive seen this week. Thanks fellas learned heaps :)
Great job on this video. You emphasized some good points and gave great examples. The steadiness on the handheld 85mm was amazing.
great job!
Great video, one question - why you're not using a acoustics panels for reverb damping?
Binge watching material
Binge baby binge
Love it, I took notes. Greeetings for New York, I’ll have a podcast to record tomorrow, great notes
Great vid gents.... love the simplicity. Well done as usual! 100k subs coming soon... 🙏🏼🎥
Hope so 🎉 thanks for the love
Great video. Love the detail. Subbed
Welcome!
J’adore! Merci 🎥🎬
love it guys, simple and not too much technical stuff .... Im working more outdoors, so this is hard to control but I think when it comes to documentary it doesn't matter using a bit more run&gun setup like lav mic etc.
Final frame is a great lesson for two person interviews: make sure your aperture can handle two people on different focal planes or this is what you'll get :) Awesome video guys!!!
Great point thanks. They said they we using 1.2f so should they have gone up? I've been burned by this or someone who moves a lot & goes out of focus.
this was such a good video
Thank you!!
Currently reading comments and feeling rather proud of myself that I listen to y'all's podcast and therefore was not in the least horrified/confused/surprised by the high shutter speed 😂😂...
On a serious note, thank you, this was an awesome tutorial!! And a beautiful video!
"6 to 12 inches away from the subjects speaking mouth" - I've never heard such an eloquent phrase.
No idea why I phrased it that way lol
1) Light to taste, just make sure you expose properly. 2) Its your art. 3)Stand out.
I can't believe you guys still have only around 11k subscribers. I've watched every single one of your videos, and they're all incredibly high quality. Your work is truly inspiring, and you've had such a positive impact on me as a fellow videographer. Keep up the amazing work!
I also have a question. I'm a videographer for weddings and various other projects. I just started doing this full-time last year. Currently, I'm shooting with an a7IV, an 85mm 1.8, a 70-200mm f4 OSS, and a 24mm 1.4. I definitely feel like I'm missing something between 24mm and 70mm and I'm even considering getting rid of the 24mm. The new Sigma 24-70mm looks great, but I'm not sure if it's worth it to go for a 2.8 zoom or if it would be better to go for a 35mm 1.4 or 1.8. I also do fitness videos for clients, where I think a 35mm prime might be better. What do you think? Can you recommend something, or am I missing another solution?
Additionally, I'm thinking about joining your course or even the filmmaker course. Could you maybe explain the differences between them?
Great explanations for everything. Every time you made a change or adjustment you explained why. I never had to ask, "Wait, why did they just do that?"
great video
What a duo !!! I learn and laugh a lot with them !!!!
I’ve filled my notebook after having seen your video 🤣
Thanks a lot and keep going !!!!
Thank you!
@@nateteahan you haven’t broke anything this time, congrats !!!! 🎉
@@garelbidi cmon it happened one time 😂 it just so happened to be on camera 😅
@@nateteahan hahaha 🤣 yeah I know !
Thanks again for all you do for us with Jake 🙏🏽. I secretly dream of having teammates like you 😎
Hope you will do an interview in Paris one day , to catch-up 🇫🇷
Thanks for the effort in putting together something really useful from a real job. Well done, guys! That zebra tip alone was worth the time watching :)
Glad you enjoyed it 🎉
Awesome videos guys keep them coming! If you don’t mind me asking, were you guys shooting in slog3 or scinetone? Thanks in advance!
just discovered your channel, might be my new favorite creators. loved the dynamic and the overall way it was filmed/explained was super easy to follow. crushed it!
also kinda off topic but can i get an ID on Jakes pants? been looking for some like that lmao
Amazing! Loved it! What setting on the fx did you shoot this at? Like picture profile, if that.
Great video, thank you. Btw Amaran had a program to change the adapter on the f21c. Not sure if that is still the case.
Nice video!! Which format you guys recorded?
rarely write comments but this video is very helpful for folks like me who just started and need some help! please post more content like this!
Love to hear this, thanks for the comment :)
thank you!! This feedback is super helpful
Cool video! As for the batteries: I use a powerbank attached directly to my tripod/gimbal with velcro wich connects to my camera with usb-c. Its great because now you never have to switch the internal batteries. Works great for weddings. Even when you don't use your camera, when setting lights up for example, the powerbank functions as a charger. No stress about batteries anymore :)
Cool!
Exceptional video. Would love to see a corporate interview setup too
Same principles apply, just a different scene
Can you please do a video showing your settings on the fx3🙏🏻
Summary
Learn how to film interviews in 6 easy steps, including finding the right frame, setting the exposure, placing key, hair, and fill lights, and ensuring good audio quality.
Highlights
🎥 Step 1: Find the perfect frame for your interview by considering composition and lighting.
🌞 Step 2: Adjust the exposure to match the lighting conditions in your chosen frame.
💡 Step 3: Place the key light on the side of the subject’s face where the windows are to create a motivated light source.
💇♀ Step 4: Set up a hair light to add separation and highlight the subject’s hair.
🌬 Step 5: Use bounce lighting or negative fill to fill in shadows and create a more even lighting across the subject’s face.
🎙 Step 6: Ensure good audio quality by positioning the microphone close to the subject’s mouth, about 6 to 12 inches away.
Key Insights
🖼 Choosing the right frame is crucial for creating visually appealing interviews. Consider composition, lighting, and background elements to find the best frame for your subject.
⚙ Adjusting the exposure is essential to ensure that the subject is properly lit and that the background is not blown out. Use zebras and test shots to find the right exposure settings.
🔦 The key light should be placed on the side of the subject’s face where the windows are to create a motivated light source. This creates a natural and flattering lighting effect.
💇♀ The hair light adds separation and highlights the subject’s hair, creating depth and dimension in the shot. Position it on the opposite side of the key light for a balanced look.
🌬 Bounce lighting or negative fill can help fill in shadows and create a more even lighting across the subject’s face. Experiment with different reflectors or bounce boards to achieve the desired effect.
🎙 Good audio is crucial for interviews. Position the microphone close to the subject’s mouth to capture clear and crisp audio. Use a boom pole or microphone stand for stability.
📹 Using multiple camera angles adds visual interest and allows for seamless cuts in the editing process. Position the second camera at a different angle to capture different perspectives and cutaway shots.
Great video guys, thanks! Just wondering - what F stop did you use when you shot them together to keep them both in focus on the 35 and was it different on the 85?
Nathan lookin’ like he’s ready to go play ball
and he rocks it
@@JakeWeisler truly
Jake's love for f1.2 let him down on that A roll conclusion frame haha, great watch folks!
facts
Good motivating video; equivalent to five cup coffee before a shoot
Great video! If I may ask, why did you shoot at a higher shutter speed instead of using an ND filter?
Awesome video. I'm curious you mentioned around 15:45 that your battery was about to die. Since Sony cameras don't have a record limit have you considered using a V-mount battery or even just a USB battery bank to power the cameras so you don't have any limits?
Could you explain the high shutterspeed? And what did you change the appeture to with the 2 person frame?
thank you very much! can you share a link to the gear you used please?
It’s in the description!
What's the clamp you used on top of the light stand for the reflector? Couldn't find it on your Amazon store.
Great content. QUESTION Please. I noticed the 1000 shutter speed, do you normally not use the 180 degree "rule"?
I usually do but I just don’t care if I don’t have NDs with me
and they say Canon has the best Color Science lol. Joke aside great video Jake and Nate, loving these type of bts videos
That 85 lens is the key! Very 60 mins ish
For the part with both bride and groom, did you guys manual focus?
And what F stop did you use? 5.6 ish??
Thanks guys, absolute 🔥
FX3 needs falsecolor, such a good tool :)
great video ! cheers guys !
The monitor we were using has it!
I wish it had in-built false color. That was one of the best things of the Canon C70
My type of content.
@3:09 how can you lower the exposure if you maintain f1.2, and Im assuming you keep the shutter speed 1/50 - only ISO left. is it the only thing you changed?
There’s a part where she points out how good it looks and he said oh I didn’t even notice that. How or what did you use to have on display for them to be able to see the shot?
💯
How do you guys get access to the showhome?
Do you install any lut on the monitor?
Just the base gamut for slog3
or already one of the prestige ones?
You can! For this video we just have the Gamut BASELut for SLOG on our FX3 which is projecting onto the Small HD
are you guys shooting log?
Great video guys! Really informative. Quick question, is there any reason why you prefer to use conventional batteries instead of V-mount batteries for your cameras?
We rarely shoot things like this, usually are flying our cameras on a gimbal and we like to have a light setup. For situations like this it would have been nice to have a v mount
@@JakeWeisler Thanks for answering!
A small tip: Pls make sure only (1 leg) of a light stand is parallel to the direction of the light/weight, so that it won't tip over while filming. Time stamp 5:20 & 8:10 the stands have 2 legs in the direction of the weigh/light.
That really only applies if you’re using a light that’s heavy, and a light stand that’s not heavy duty. When we’re dealing with heavy lights we always do that :)
This was so cool to see! Just curious as to why choose a higher shutter?
possibly because the subject does not have a major movement....
We didn’t bring NDs and I also just don’t think it matters as much as people think. Especially for sit down interviews with no movement
When you dont have an ND to control the light, Id sacrifice the shutter than the dept.
what camera is that
Is there like a 30-to 60-second clip from the interview we can see as a final product? Just curious.
Great behind the scenes! When shooting two people, to make sure both are in focus do you tell the subjects to sit along the same focal plane? Or do you up the aperture and check till they are both in focus?
Also not criticizing the shutter speed but was that a choice to not use an ND filter?
High shutter was just lazy because we didn’t bring an ND - and honestly don’t care too much haha
And yes! For Nate’s angle we didn’t mind if one was out of focus but for the main angle they both were on the same plane
@@JakeWeisler great, thanks for the reply! And yes I think the shutter rule is overstated. The video itself looks good, that’s more important.
what lav setup are you using for the bts?
Im on the Tentacle Sync system and Nate’s rocking a Tascam DR-10L Pro!
Hold up why is the shutter at 1/1600? In the key light portion?
What was the shutter speed choice on the two cameras?
We just didn’t have NDs
Fantastico video guys... !!! THank youuuu. and what beautiful (respectfully) bride.
Right??
Anyone know what clamp that was for the 5 in 1 reflector? I’ve been digging for 2 hours and can’t find the part that attached the crab shape clamp to the light stand
It’s “9.Solutions Python Clamp Mini”
Hey everyone can someone tell me what is the font using during the video?? :)
isn't the base iso of FX3 is 800?
I noticed you don’t use a nd filter much, and crank your shutter instead. Do you think either option is better?
Nope! ND is better but I don’t think it’s the end of the world if you don’t have one. Especially for interviews
Was this done on a overcast or full sun day? On a day with lots of moving clouds you'd have issues with editing continuity (room fill exposure from outside light continuously changing, and back windows potentially overexposing) with such a lighting setup
Yeah that’s exactly what we talk about in the video :)
inhouse and shuutter 1000 :)) fliker led?
Did you see any flickering happening?
Dan The Man was here. Look'n for those ADs to click on to help Nate make some money... couldn't find any. Do you guys except mail-in checks? XD
Lmao
😂 Anything helps at this point
I feel like I'm in on a secret now because it felt like you were whispering most of the time lol great walkthrough though
Aputure 120D no longer sold- what’s the best alternative?
The version II of it.
nice! so why that shutter speed?
Because we didn’t bring NDs lol and we also don’t care
Great run through video BUT WHY is your shutter speed so darn high?! lol it actually seems amateur how high it is... No ND?